Sub-Zero ELECTRIC COOKTOPS INSTALL GUIDE

E LECTRIC C OOKTOPS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

As you follow these instructions, you will
notice WARNING and CAUTION symbols.
This blocked information is important for the
safe and efficient installation of Wolf equip­ment. There are two types of potential
hazards that may occur during installation.

signals a situation where minor injury or
product damage may occur if you do not
follow instr

uctions.

states a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if precautions are not
followed.

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WOLF ELECTRIC COOKTOPS

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Save these Installation

Instructions for the local inspector’s use.

Please read the entire Installation Instruc-

ions prior to installation.

t
This installation must be completed by a

qualified technician.

Installer:

please retain these instructions
for local inspector’s reference, then leave
them with the homeowner.

Homeowner:

please read and keep these
instructions for future reference and be sure
to read the entire Use & Care Information
prior to use.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

This appliance must be
installed in accordance with National Electrical
Codes, as well as all state, municipal and local
codes. The correct voltage, frequency and
amperage must be supplied to the appliance
from a dedicated, grounded circuit which is
protected by a properly sized circuit breaker or
time delay fuse. The proper voltage, frequency,
and amperage ratings are listed on the product
rating plate.

Record the model and serial numbers before
installing the cooktop. Both numbers are on
the rating plate, located on the underside of
the cooktop.

BEFORE YOU START

Proper installation is your responsibility.
Have a qualified technician install this

ooktop. You must also assure that electri-

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cal installation is adequate and in compli­ance with all local codes and ordinances.

Installations and repairs must be performed

y a qualified or licensed contractor or

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electrician qualified or licensed by the state,
province, or region where this appliance is
being installed.

Make sure you have everything necessary
for correct installation. It is the responsibil­ity of the installer to comply with the instal­lation clearances specified on the product
rating plate. The rating plate is located on
the underside of the cooktop.

Electrical ground is required; see Electrical
Requirements on page 13.

Warranty service must be preformed by a
Wolf authorized service center.

This cooktop is intended for indoor use.

CONTACT
INFORMATION

Wolf Customer
Service:
800-332-9513

Website:
wolfappliance.com

Model Number

Serial Number

3

WOLF ELECTRIC COOKTOPS

D

H

E

A

B

C

F

G

SITE PREPARATION

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Installation of the Wolf

electric cooktop must meet the following

ocation requirements. All dimensions listed

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are minimum requirements for safe operation.

To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by
reaching over heated surface units,
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abinet storage space located above the
surface units should be avoided. If
cabinet storage is to be provided, the risk
can be reduced by installing a ventilation
hood that pr
minimum of 5" (127) beyond dimension H
on overhead cabinets.

otects horizontally a

LOCATION IN COUNTERTOP

inimum flat countertop surface. Must be

A)M

equal to or greater than cooktop width.

B)

Minimum 2" (51) wide clearance from the
cooktop side edge to any combustible
surface up to 18" (457) above the cooktop
(noted by shaded area).

C)

Minimum 2" (51) wide clearance from the
cooktop side edge to any combustible
surface up to 18" (457) above the cooktop
(noted by shaded area).

OVERHEAD CABINET DIMENSIONS

D)

Minimum spacing between cabinets directly
over cooktop must be greater than or equal
to the nominal width of the cooktop unit(s).

E)

Minimum 18" (457) vertical distance from
the countertop surface to the bottom of
cabinets adjacent to the cabinet directly
above the cooktop unit.

F)

Minimum 24" (610) clearance between top
of countertop and bottom of wood or metal
cabinet which is protected by not less than

1

/4" (6) flame retardant millboard covered
with not less than No. 28 MSG sheet steel,
.015" (.4) stainless steel, or .024" (.6)
aluminum or .02" (.5) copper. Minimum
30" (762) clearance between the top of the
countertop and the bottom of an unpro­tected wood or metal cabinet.

Minimum clearances for installation

G)

Minimum 0" (0) from rear wall.

H)

Maximum 13" (330) depth of overhead
cabinets dir

ectly above and within side wall

clearances.

Failure to locate the cooktop unit
without the proper clearances will result
in a fire hazard.

Dimensions in parentheses are in
millimeters unless otherwise specified.4

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

E

133/8" (340)

CUT-OUT

WIDTH

4" (102)

FRONT OF COUNTERTOP

15"

(381)

15"

(381)

33" (838)

RECOMMENDED
CABINET WIDTH

21/2"min

(64)

191/4" (489)

COOKTOP

CUT-OUT DEPTH

133/8" (340)

COOKTOP

CUT-OUT

WIDTH

191/4" (489)

COOKTOP CUT-OUT

DEPTH

21/2"min

(64)

13" max

(330)

18"

(457)

2"**

(51)

18"

(457)

2"**

(51)

24" OR 30"*

(610 or 762)

TO COUNTERTOP

NOTE: Application shown allows for installation of two 15" (381) modules side-by-side. 18" (457) recommended cabinet width for installation of
single 15" (381) module. *Minimum 24" (610) from protected cabinet or 30" (762) from unprotected cabinet to countertop.
**Minimum clearance from side edge of cooktop cut-out to combustible surface up to 18" (457) above countertop.

36" (914)

STANDARD

FLOOR TO

COUNTERTOP

HEIGHT

21"

(533)

OVERALL

DEPTH

15" (381)

OVERALL WIDTH

31/2" (89)

INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS

Wolf electric cooktops are designed to fit a
standard 24" (610) deep base cabinet with a

5" (635) deep countertop. Before making the

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countertop cut-out, verify that the cooktop will
clear the side walls of the base cabinet below.

For framed models, a minimum 5

learance is required between the countertop

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1

/2" (140)

and any combustible surface directly below
the cooktop. For unframed models, a minimum
6" (152) clearance is required.

Refer to illustrations on the following pages for
installation specifications for each of the Wolf
electric cooktop models.

FRAMED

The illustrations below provide the overall
dimensions, installation specifications and

ountertop cut-out for Model CT15E.

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f Model CT15E is installed above cabinets, the

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electrical placement is not critical. A grounded
electrical box should be located within 4' (1.2 m)

f the right rear of the cooktop. For installation

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above an oven, unless you are using cabinets
deeper than 24" (610), it is recommended that
the electrical supply be placed in the base
cabinet to the right of the oven.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

and/or modules are installed side by side, refer
to countertop cut-out dimensions on page 12.

INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS – MODEL CT15E

MODEL CT15E

When multiple cooktops

Overall Dimensions

MODEL CT15E

Overall Width 15" (381)

Overall Height 31/2" (89)

Overall Depth 21" (533)

Minimum Cabinet Depth 223/4" (578)

Minimum Height Clearance* 4" (102)

Cut-Out W

Cut-Out Depth 191/4" (489)

*Minimum 51/2" (140) clearance is

equir

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combustible sur

idth 13

ed between counter

face dir

3

/8" (340)

top and any

ectly below the

Countertop Cut-Out

cooktop.

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Dimensions may vary to

±

/8" (3).

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